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Quentin Stifel Obituary

STIFEL QUENTIN ROBERT STIFEL (Age 49) Of Key West, Florida and formerly of Washington, DC, died Wednesday, March 4, 2009, in Miami, Florida. He is survived by his beloved wife, Karen Coburn Stifel, of Key West. He also is survived by his mother, Mrs. Richard P. Stifel, of Washington, brothers Richard P. Stifel, Jr., Christopher D. Stifel, Peter A. Stifel, and a sister, Dana Stifel Kiplinger; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. A memorial service will be held in the future; details are pending.

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Published by The Washington Post from Mar. 6 to Mar. 7, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Quentin Stifel

34 Entries

David Maher

March 30, 2009

What a very huge loss for so many of us. I started jotting down great memories of Ashby Hall and the little yellow house we shared in H-Burg and I filled up a page in minutes. Q took me shooting guns for the only time in my life, introduced me to the Talking Heads and the Kiplingers, showed me Truman Avenue in Key West, spent countless hours at the wheel so I could surf behind his Bayliner, and proudly stood near me when I married Laura. I'll always remember his car stories, a fake draft notice he sent to me when I was living in France that froze me in my tracks, and cocktail hour at Tunlaw Place. The world is certainly a better place for Q's having been with us, and I am eternally thankful to Q's mom, sister, and family for sharing him with us.
We will miss him terribly.
Frosh

Alison Goggins

March 19, 2009

I knew Quentin in Harrisonburg and DC. He always had a smile on his face. Peace and blessings to him and his family.

Dan Jackson

March 19, 2009

I just learned of Q's passing. He touched so many people in positive ways. As a JMU classmate and friend thereafter, I can only smile when I think of all the fun we had with Q in Hooterville, DC, and Key West.....Super Bowl parties, cookouts on the deck at Tunlaw, and of course a KW trip with Frosh in 1995 to visit Q was one of the all time great vacations.....glad I still have a scar on my knee and photos as memories. Rest easy, brother Q

Dana Kiplinger

March 17, 2009

My Dearest Baby Brother,
Wow, what a hole you have left in the world..I'm so thankful that so many have known what a unique, smart,querkie,loving,FUN,crazy,thoughtful ,and wonderful person that you have always been and I'm sure continue to be now with Toddie and Daddy. You have an amazing group of friends who have been so kind with their words and memories of your life in Key West and they will get an ear full of your life up there on Saturday when we talk about the young Q who was nothing if not impish trouble and fun.
His whole family, especially Karen and Mom, thank you all for such an incredible outpouring of love and support at this very hard time for everyone.
Hope to met many of you soon in Key West or see you on Saturday...
Q ...I love you
Dane Dane

Peggy Oliver

March 13, 2009

We never met in person, but Q brought the warmth and spirit of Key West to us all of the time via TA. It is sad to think of this lovely place without the personality of Q. We will miss him.

March 13, 2009

Correction Service is MARCH 21

March 12, 2009

Clarification to previous post: Quentin's service will be on Saturday, March 21st. The other information is correct.

March 11, 2009

Service for Quentin Stifel
St David's Episcopal Church
5150 Macomb St
Washington DC 20016
2PM
Reception to follow

Tyler

March 9, 2009

Uncle Q, I hope you are at peace and laughing loud with my Dad. I will miss you and we will take good care of Karen for you. All my heart-Ty

Mary Sherman

March 9, 2009

I hadn't spoken to Quentin since 1994 or so, and am so saddened to hear of his death. We dated in college, and for a few years after, and I have so many great memories of Q; driving to Indian Beach in his gold VW convertible, listening to him DJ his bluegrass show on the radio at James Madison University, the surprise with every new vehicle he would turn up with, and so many more. If anyone has information relating to a Memorial service in the DC area, you might post that information here. I'm sure there are other old friends who would like to pay their respects.

Sylvia Morgan

March 9, 2009

Q
I never had the pleasure of meeting you, but you touched so many of us on TA. Karen and all Qs family our thoughts and prayers are with you.
God bless you all.

Dwight Morris

March 8, 2009

I remember you on your mom's lap; she was terrific with you and I loved her, too. You were lucky to have such a nice family. The dogs were always intimidating; but, I grew to love them, anyway. I can't believe you are gone- you were but a kid when your brother and I were best friends. I know that you're missed; and, by the other comments, you were much like your brothers- wild, cool and full of life.

Rachel Curran

March 7, 2009

I never actually met Quentin, but exchanged e-mails with him numerous times when we were both members of the It's Only Key West message board. We started corresponding when he found out that I live in D.C., and I loved getting his insights on D.C. real estate, Key West, and, of course, his delicious recipes! I wish that I had met "Q" in-person, but I have very fond memories of him nonetheless. I am so sorry for your loss and my deepest sympathies.

Joan Paylo

March 7, 2009

I always looked forward to reading Q's funny, informative pieces on the TripAdvisor Key West Forum. (I think I read him more than Hemingway.) I got to meet him once at the Green Parrot, and cried at the keyboard when I read of his passing. He touched so many people, cheered them up and generously helped them over the Internet, just for the joy of it. May God bless you, Karen. My deepest condolences.

E B

March 7, 2009

My prayers go out to Q's family. I never met him but like others, shared laughs and comments on the The Orlando Forum of Trip Advisor. I will keep Q and his family in my prayers. God Bless. E.....

Kellee Bartley

March 7, 2009

My deepest sympathies to Karen and to Quentin's family. He is going to be sorely missed. I feel very fortunate that I had the opportunity to know such a wonderful, caring and knowledgeable person. Rest in peace my friend.

Steve McKinnon

March 7, 2009

Q you are going to be greatly missed

Jackie Howard

March 7, 2009

Goodbye KWT and God Bless. You are gonna be loved, missed and remembered by many people who knew you in life and via the forums.
Sincere and deepest condolences to Karen and all of the family.

Tim Watson

March 6, 2009

Q, my friend... You will never be gone as long as we remember you. You must be just sitting up there laughing at all the fuss you've made. Just like you buddy! I will miss you mate and I'm a better person for havng been able to call you a friend.

craig spencer

March 6, 2009

May you rest in peace. You unselfishly helped many with your wit and wisdom on Tripadvisor. You will be dearly missed. I only met you in person one Tuesday night at SWB, but you kindness and friendliness will not be forgotten. God bless you and your family

Ken Galle

March 6, 2009

I'm raising a glass - a caipirinha - to your memory Q. This is just one of the many wonderful suggestions you've made over the years. Thank-you for sharing so much of yourself and your love for Key West with my wife Judy and me as well as countless others. I'm so glad we were able to meet you last December.

God bless you Q.

Kevin & Dawn (Mr. & Mrs. Ski) Kozuchowski

March 6, 2009

Karen, So sorry for you loss and our deepest condolences. We never had the opportunity to meet "Q" in person but felt like we knew him for years through all his postings on the "Trip Advisor" forum & "Spirit" web-sites. He was well loved and respected and we will always think of him (and you) in our prayers. God Bless you and your family through these diffficult times.

Faith

March 6, 2009

Karen my god continue to bless you and your family during this difficult tme. You are in my thought and prayers

Keith Martin

March 6, 2009

Deepest sympathy to Karen and all of Quentin's family. We lost a great guy far too young and he is going to be missed by far more people than he would ever imagine.

Sail on, sailor.

Amanda Mc Donnell

March 6, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jenny Kindinger

March 6, 2009

Q was a wonderful man that left earth way too soon. Q was generous, giving, funny, and so smart. Prayers were spoken for him around the world. May Karen and his family find comfort in their happy memories of Q. He will be sadly missed by all, including his cyber friends from Spirit, IOKW and TA.

Signe Bruun

March 6, 2009

My deepest sympathy goes out to Karen.
He was a man that touched people across the world with his advice and good spirit. He will be missed

Steve Kennedy

March 6, 2009

Such a great great person.His time ended way to soon. A smart a man as I ever knew. Karen Im so so sorry.

Lisa Morris

March 6, 2009

Depest sympathy to Karen and Quentin's family. Q will be missed by so many. May God bless you and keep you.

Phillip Rodbell

March 6, 2009

So many memories of dear Q from my Western JR High School days until we lost contact when he moved to Key West many years ago. A great friend and adventurer, always fun to be with. My heartfelt condolences to friends and family.

Rawleigh

March 6, 2009

Uncle Q,
I going to miss you so much. Even though we haven't been close in the past couple of years I do have the memories of you from my childhood....which will be cherished for ever. I will have the best time telling my kids the wacky times my sister and I had with you. One of my favorite, the time you came over with the 16 wheeler...just for the heck of it. Or when you showed up to Bay Tree with that fancy antique looking red car. The amount of horns that thing had on it! I continue to this day to have my Mother tell me stories of you as a kid....you could write a book of all the hilarious things you did.
I am going to miss Uncle Q and the thing that saddens me the most as it does with my Father, is that my kids won't have the chance to grow up knowing you. Keep my Dad company and say 'hi' to Grand Daddy for me.
Love You,
Rawls

Mary Sherman

March 6, 2009

I am so shocked and sorry to hear this news. I am just heartbroken for Quentin's Mom, sister and brothers, as well as the rest of his family. Quentin was such a great guy - so funny, and sharp. Please let me know if there's anything I can do - I know it sounds trite, but I mean it.

Michael Kelley

March 6, 2009

Condolences to Karen and Q's family and friends. A local man with an international influence; his goodness touched us all.

Love.

Chill,

K

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